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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite - Intermediate vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

Pro Blackout Green Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Green Lite gives you way more curve and flex options at a lower price point, while the Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is a genuine NHL-spec stick built around one specific player setup. If you want flexibility in how you customize your setup, the Blackout wins; if you want a pro-stock Catalyst feel and the T92 pattern works for you, the True is worth the premium.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$160
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite - Intermediate

  • You want to choose your own flex (50 or 60) and curve from five options
  • You are an intermediate player who wants a lightweight performance stick without overspending
  • You prefer a hybrid kick point for versatility between shooting and passing

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

  • You specifically want a low kick pro-stock True Catalyst with NHL-grade layup
  • The T92 curve at 105 flex already matches how you play
  • You want a stick built to pro specs and are strong enough to use a 105 flex effectively

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Green Lite - Intermediate

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

Price
$169.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
50, 60
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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